Clapboard Jungle: Surviving the Independent Film Business

Plot

Following five years in the life and career of independent filmmaker Justin McConnell, this documentary explores the struggles of financing, attracting the right talent, working with practical effects and selling the finished product in the hope of turning a profit. Featuring interviews with a range of industry luminaries, not only are technical aspects and interpersonal skills discussed but also the emotional stamina and little-known tips needed to survive in the low budget film industry.

Cast

Tim League

Self

Guillermo del Toro

Self

Michael Biehn

Self

Jovanka Vuckovic

Self

Sid Haig

Self

Paul Schrader

Self

Tom Savini

Self

George A. Romero

Self

Larry Fessenden

Self

Lloyd Kaufman

Self

Heather Buckley

Self

Uwe Boll

Self

Todd Brown

Self

Jennifer Blanc-Biehn

Self

Zack Bernbaum

Self